Hilarious
by Adam on 1/14/20The Wilbur - BostonThe show was amazing. Got the meet and greet with Brendan. He was so cool! The openers were hilarious too. All around great show.
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Brendan Schaub On Tour
While stand-ups all get some hard knocks while developing their craft, few blows can compare with the kind Brendan Schaub received in his former career as a professional mixed martial artist. Before the Colorado native became a podcaster and performer, Schaub spent six years competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Surely handling hecklers is no big deal for a comic whose former job meant dodging round kicks.
Although that transition may surprise MMA fans who watched him in the Octagon, it was a natural step for a comedian and storyteller who pairs a relatable, every-guy manner with quick wit. Schaub’s second career began when he met comedian Bryan Callen on the set of The Ultimate Fighter, the reality TV competition show on which Schaub was a contestant in 2009.
The friendship between the UFC vet and the former MADtv cast member led to ‘The Fighter and the Kid,’ a comedy podcast that debuted in 2014. Thanks to its uncut mix of commentary about the MMA world and colorful anecdotes from both men’s wild lives, their hit podcast now averages 9 million downloads per month. Its success prompted a national live tour and appearances on many other TV events, including live UFC bouts with their friend Joe Rogan.
In 2016, Schaub and Callen collaborated on ‘The Fighter and the Kid 3D,’ a live-action sketch-comedy incarnation of the show that debuted at No. 1 on iTunes’ comedy chart. Schaub also built a loyal following through his own podcast, ‘Big Brown Breakdown’ — which garners more than 4 million downloads per month — and his appearances on E! Network after-shows for the Golden Globes and the Grammy Awards.
When Callen first suggested that Schaub try stand-up as they were conceiving the stage version of their podcast, he thought he was nuts. But then Callen and Rogan convinced him he had all the skills he needed. “You’re a great storyteller,” they told him. “You’re just gonna tell stories.”
What began as 10-minute solo stints became full-fledged and fully hilarious stand-up sets at such fabled clubs as the Comedy Store and the Laugh Factory. Eager to follow the lead of another notable UFC retiree and become what he jokingly calls “the C.M. Punk of comedy,” Schaub is back on the road to showcase material that will soon be featured in his debut Showtime special in late 2019.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Quite a show from B. Schaub & friends.
by K. C. on 1/14/20The Wilbur - BostonWas a great performance from the openers and Brendan Schaub. Took time to be personal with the meet and greet as well.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Lots of laughter
by Show Reviewer on 1/22/19Spreckels Theatre - San DiegoWent to see his special on Saturday night. Super pleased with the guest that hyped up the crowd. Schaubs did a great performance. Honestly, I wasn’t a fan until I watched him live. He really made me laugh and as sarcastic as his jokes were I appreciated how down to earth he is as well. I companied family who are fans since the beginning of his career and don’t regret it.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing night.
by BDE on 1/22/19Spreckels Theatre - San Diegoole bee sting king killed it can’t wait for the world to see his stand up on showtime.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing
by S. F. on 1/22/19Spreckels Theatre - San DiegoI could not stop laughing, and the ticket was cheap too!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Hilarious content, but hard to hear
by Jedi C. on 1/22/19Spreckels Theatre - San DiegoThis event held a couple firsts for me. First time at a comedy show & first time at Spreckles theatre. Not sure if either of these equated to my overall experience, neither or just circumstance. Since he was shooting his first taped comedy special, Brendan had two "surprise" openers, his two closest friends Bryan Callen & Joe Rogan. I quote surprise because listening to their podcasts, they all announced they would be there. Anywho, all the acts were incredibly funny. I had an amazing time, my only real critique is that they were all hard to hear. Not because of the laughter, but because of the audio. It didn't sound like the mics were turned up enough. I had to focus really hard on what was being said and I definitely missed a few punchlines because of it. Over all, it was A GREAT show and I had a blast, just wish the sound quality was a bit better.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great Show!
by SMallo on 1/22/19Spreckels Theatre - San DiegoBrendan and his openers were so funny. This show had me nearly in tears from laughing. Spreckels Theater was really great too.
Rating: 2 out of 5 A nice one off
by Seamus on 1/22/19Spreckels Theatre - San DiegoI did enjoy the show - the highlight was the opening by Bryan Callet. Brendan’s stories about fighting and his life were quite funny. But anytime he strayed from his personal experiences he wasn’t funny at all. I don’t think he will make a 2nd special, he’s nowhere near good enough in my opinion. But he’s a inspirational man to rise to his level in so many different fields. And I did enjoy watching because of that...but the lack of comedy talent did leave me and my girlfriend flat at the end.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 1/22/18The Wilbur - Boston Hilarious! Such a good guy would definitely recomend
Rating: 5 out of 5 Best Comedian Going
by DavidGalligan on 1/22/18The Wilbur - BostonBrendan Schaub was insane live! Amazing show. Amazing guy with a great story and who is laugh out loud funny.
Rating: 5 out of 5 High-larious
by Markypantz on 1/22/18The Wilbur - BostonSchaub definitely delivered and the fact that he had Joe Rogan open for him was icing on the cake! The line to get in moved quickly and they had a sweet rave going on in the basement. Glow-chucks for everyone. Gadoosh.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Epic Show!
by JilliT on 1/22/18The Wilbur - BostonBrendan was amazing! Hilariously funny show and special guest Joe Rogan killed it! Can’t wait until the next show! Boston loves Schaub!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Definitely worth it
by EastBayFanBoy on 9/20/17Cobb's Comedy Club - San FranciscoBrendan is a great story-teller and his show is uniquely entertaining. Would definitely go again.